Coolamon Shire Residents Guide

Coolamon Shire
Residents Guide
Revised September 2015
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INDEX
Introduction to Coolamon Shire
2
Welcome to Coolamon Shire
3
Coolamon Shire Council Contact Details
4
Shire Statistics
4
Members of Council, Council Meetings, Staff
5
Members of Parliament
6
Emergency Services
7-8
Community Health
9
Companion Animals
10
Allawah Community Care, Community Transport etc
11-12
Home Care Service, Volunteers
12
Household Utility Providers
13
Garbage, Recycling, Landfill
14-18
Library
19
Educational Facilities
20
Youth, Events, Tourism
21
Swimming Pools at Home
22
Community Directory for the towns of:Coolamon
24
Ganmain
34
Ardlethan
38
Marrar
41
Matong
43
Beckom
45
www.coolamon.nsw.gov.au
This guide has been compiled to assist residents with services available in the Coolamon
Shire and is provided free of charge by Coolamon Shire Council. Every endeavour has been
made to ensure that the details appearing in this publication are correct at the time of
printing but Council accepts no responsibility for any inaccuracy or mis-description, whether
by inclusion or omission. To advise of amendments, please phone Council on 6930 1800.
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An Introduction to Coolamon Shire
Community Profile
Coolamon Shire enjoys the best of both worlds – the friendly, relaxed atmosphere of
rural living, with the services and facilities normally found only in much larger
centres.
Although wheat has been cultivated in the area since 1850, the town of Coolamon
which the Shire is centred on - was established about the time when the railway
arrived in 1881. The Shire was proclaimed on 3 March 1906.
Today, Coolamon Shire has an area of approximately 2494 square kilometers and a
population of 4099, comprising the three larger towns of Coolamon, Ganmain and
Ardlethan and the smaller villages of Marrar, Matong and Beckom. Whilst the area
has grown since its establishment, the value of past effort is nevertheless
appreciated with many heritage buildings and items receiving protection and being
maintained under Council’s Local Environmental Plan. Chief amongst these is the
Up-To-Date Store – incorporating the Mavis Furner Collection, the Garth Jones
Collection, and the Lamson Cash Conveyance System, which are of State heritage
value.
The Coolamon Shire is one of the riches agricultural and pastoral districts in the
Riverina. Surrounded by Bland, Narrandera, Junee and Temora Shires and the City
of Wagga Wagga the district is renowned for its production of wheat, canola,
barley, oats and other cereal crops, as well as hay and chaff. Wool, lamb and beef
are also important products from the area, with emerging agricultural enterprises.
The Shire of Coolamon comprises the towns and villages of :
Coolamon
Marrar
Ganmain
Matong
Ardlethan
Beckom
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WELCOME TO COOLAMON SHIRE
On behalf of the Coolamon Shire Council "Welcome".
The name "Coolamon" is an Aboriginal word meaning "dish or vessel for holding
food or water" and on an 1870 map of the area, a cluster of numerous water holes
were referred to as "Coolamon Holes", prior to the gazetting of the town of
Coolamon in 1881.
The Coolamon Shire is reputed to be one of the richest agricultural and pastoral
districts in the Riverina and enjoys the best of both worlds - the comfortable
relaxed atmosphere of rural living, whilst having a close proximity to the facilities,
amenities and entertainment of Wagga Wagga.
The Shire has a total population of 4,099 separated into the three larger towns of
Coolamon as the main centre, Ganmain and Ardlethan, and the smaller townships of
Marrar, Matong and Beckom.
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COOLAMON SHIRE COUNCIL CONTACT DETAILS
Coolamon Shire Council, P.O. Box 101, Coolamon NSW 2701
Council Chambers is situated at 55 Cowabbie Street, Coolamon
Telephone: (02) 6930 1800
Office Hours:
Fax: (02) 6927 3168
General Business: - 8.30am to 5.00pm
Cashier: 8.30am to 4.30pm
SHIRE STATISTICS
Area of Shire
Population (2011 census)
249,609 hectares
Ardlethan
364
Coolamon
2129
Ganmain
614
2,494 sq kilometres
Beckom
218
(963 sq miles)
Marrar
169
Matong
305
Rural
300
TOTAL
4099
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MEMBERS OF THE COUNCIL
Mayor
Clr John Seymour, "Glen Iris", Marrar
ph: 6927 5144
[email protected]
ph: 6927 3439
[email protected]
Deputy Mayor
Clr Bruce Hutcheon, 100 Millwood Rd, Coolamon
Councillors
Clr Grant Beard, 28 Ariah St., Ardlethan
ph: 6978 2190
[email protected]
Clr Dennis Brill, ‘Erinvale’ Dullah Road Ganmain
ph: 6927 8266
[email protected]
Clr Bec Huxtable, 23 Curtis St, Coolamon
ph: 6927 3810
[email protected]
Clr Kerrilee Logan, 64 Langham St, Ganmain
ph: 6927 6379
[email protected]
Clr David McCann,122Devlin St,Coolamon
ph: 6927 2379
[email protected]
Clr Kathy Maslin, ‘Inglewood’, Beckom
ph: 6978 3810
[email protected]
Clr Alan White, Lot 203 Lock St, Marrar
ph: 6927 4406
[email protected]
COUNCIL MEETINGS
Council conducts the majority of its business in an open forum. The only exceptions being those
matters pertaining to staff, litigation and the private business of individuals where confidentiality
has been requested.
Ordinary Meetings of Council are held on the third Thursday of every month commencing at 2pm
pm and generally conclude around 6.00 pm. All ratepayers are welcome to attend.
A Business Agenda for each meeting is prepared on the second Wednesday of each month which
will be available on Council’s website. Any person wishing to bring a matter before Council
should lodge it with the General Manager by that day.
GENERAL MANAGER
Mr Tony Donoghue
EXECUTIVE MANAGER,
CORPORATE & COMMUNITY SERVICES
Mrs Courtney Armstrong
EXECUTIVE MANAGER,
ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL
SERVICES
Mr Tony Kelly
MANAGER PLANNING
& ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Mr Scott Martin
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MEMBERS OF PARLIAMENT
COMMONWEALTH GOVERNMENT
The Federal Member for Riverina is:-
The Hon. Michael McCormack MP
Suite 2, 11-15 Fitzmaurice Street
Wagga Wagga 2650
Ph: 6921 4600
Fax: 6921 5900
Email: [email protected]
STATE GOVERNMENT
The Local Member for Cootamundra is:-
The Hon. Katrina Hodgkinson’
PO Box 268
Junee NSW 2663
Ph: 0458 400 187
Email: [email protected]
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EMERGENCY SERVICES
NSW RURAL FIRE SERVICE
All fire calls are to be directed to "000" (Emergency Calls Only)
Coolamon Shire Council administers 13 Rural Fire Brigades in its area.
Persons
interested in joining their local Rural Fire Brigade are asked to contact Rural Fire
Service on 6931 5855. The Bushfire Danger Period for the whole of the State is from
1st October to the 31st March.
Duties of owners and occupiers of land to prevent bushfires.
Under Section 63 Rural Fires Act, 1997 (2)
It is the duty of the owner or occupier of land to take the notified steps and any
other practicable steps to prevent the occurrence of bushfires on, and to minimise
the danger of the spread of bushfires on or from, that land.
FIREBREAK REQUIREMENTS
At present Council requires the owner or occupier of any land within the Shire,
exceeding 4 hectares (10 acres) in area, to make and maintain firebreaks
surrounding the entire property, or as near as practicable thereto by ploughing to a
width of not less than 3 metres. Such work must be completed by 31st October and
where land is under crop by 30th November. Where stripping is carried out prior to
30th November, firebreaks must be established prior to such stripping.
Where it is intended to carry out clover harvesting and the clover paddock to be
harvested is located on the boundary of a property, landholders are required to
establish a firebreak by ploughing to a width of not less than 10 metres along such
boundary.
Where a property has an area of less than 4 hectares and is a bushfire risk to
adjoining land and the community, the owner and/or occupier will be issued a
bushfire hazard reduction notice. If this notice is not complied with, within the said
timeframe an infringement notice will be issued consisting of 2 Penalty Units (1
penalty unit equals $110)
FIRE HAZARD COMPLAINTS
Regarding overgrown blocks of land – if land is privately owned please phone Wagga
RFS (Rural Fire Service) on 6931 5855 to report. If land is owned by Coolamon Shire
Council please phone Council on 6930 1800.
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PERMITS TO BURN
During the bushfire danger season 1st October to 31st March, any person who wishes
to light a fire in the open during this time is required to obtain a permit. The
decision as to when permits will be issued, subject to the standard conditions on the
permit book rests entirely with the Group Captain of each group in consultation with
each brigade Captain in the group. The imposition of a Total Fire Ban renders a
"Permit to Burn" null and void.
Coolamon Shire Council encourages all residents to take a
pro-active approach towards fire safety.
FIRE NOTE:
In an Emergency always phone 000
STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE (S.E.S.)
phone 132 500
POISONS INFORMATION CENTRE
phone 131 126
POLICE
In an Emergency always phone 000
Ardlethan Police Station
Yithan Street
ARDLETHAN NSW 2665
Phone: 02 6978 2044
56 Loughnan
Coolamon Police Station
COOLAMON NSW 2701
PH: 02 6927 3044
Ganmain Police Station
44 Langham Street
GANMAIN NSW 2702
PH: 02 6927 6444
Wagga Wagga Police Station
PH: 6921 0544
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COOLAMON - GANMAIN COMMUNITY HEALTH
SERVICE AND PROVIDER
NAME
FREQUENCY OF
SERVICE
HOW TO MAKE
APPOINTMENTS
Coolamon, Ganmain,
Marrar and Matong
Home Visits
Monday – Friday
Coolamon Community Health Centre
& Home Visits
Wagga or home visits
Monthly
As necessary
Community Nurse,
6927 3303 & 0427693281
Phone or fax as instructed on referral form.
1300 389 929
Community Health, Cootamundra
69401111
Ph 69386438
Ganmain Medical Centre, Ph: 6927 6457
Coolamon Community Health 69273303
Thursday Fortnightly
Tuesday Weekly
Temora Community Health
69800200
mob 0408424535
Wagga Wagga & other sites
Wagga Community Nursing
Coolamon Community Health Centre
Monday – Friday (fee charged)
Monday – Friday
monthly
Coolamon Community Health Centre
Twice a month
Forrest Community Services 0269323009
WWBH 6938 6413
Coolamon-Ganmain Health Service
6927 3303
Cootamundra Community Health
69401111
Drug & Alcohol Worker
Coolamon Community Health Centre
As Necessary
Access Line 1800 800 944
Mental Health Adult
Coolamon Community Health Centre
Accessline 1800 800 944
Mental Health
Coolamon Community Health Centre
Twice Weekly
plus As Necessary
As necessary
Occupational Therapy
Vivienne Reicher
Oncology Social Worker
Wagga
Podiatrist
Wagga Foot Clinic
Coolamon Community Health Centre
Thursday - fortnightly
Wagga Wagga
Mon, Tues, Wed
Community Health, Cootamundra
69401111
69386271
Coolamon Community Health Centre
Private provider visits fortnightly
FEE charged
Wagga Foot Clinic
0269211783
Speech Pathology
Coolamon Community Health Centre
Schools & preschools
Coolamon Community Health Centre
Thursday - Fortnightly
All Referrals to be directed to
Cootamundra Community Health 69401111
Cootamundra Community Health
69401111
Community, Domiciliary
Clare Munro
Aged Care Assessment
Graham Coates
Asthma Educator
Wendy Millyn
Cancer Care Coordinator
Sheila Cross
Child & Family Nurse
Shirley Evans
Continence Advisors
Bronwyn Inch
Rae Owen
Diabetic Educator
Maree Archer
Dietician / Nutritionist
Melissa Robinson
Child & Adolescent
Women’s Health Nurse
Veronica Ward
VENUE OF SERVICE
as necessary
3rd Tuesday of month
Access Line 1800 800 944
All services are free, except where a cost is stated
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COMPANION ANIMALS
DOGS
ALL dogs must be micro-chipped and registered. They can be micro-chipped by a
Vet or authorised agent by 12 weeks of age and then registered after the age of 6
months at your local Council. (This gives you the option of de-sexing or not). Your
dog is required by law, when in a public place, to have a collar around its neck with
a tag attached that shows the dog’s name and the address or phone number of the
dog’s owner.
Noisy dogs and the law Council have brochures available which outlines
procedures you can follow about how you can look after your dog to prevent
excessive barking or visit www.rspca.org.au/animal/petcare_dog.asp. If you
are annoyed by the noise from your neighbours dog, Council has several
brochures on restricted & dangerous dogs in NSW which includes information
for dog owners in NSW and Dogs in Rural Communities.
If you suspect a dog is being mistreated, contact RSPCA inspectors on
(02)9709 5433 or visit www.rspcansw.org.au, go to ‘what we do’ and then
select ‘inspectorate’.
CATS
Cats must be micro-chipped by 12 weeks of age and registered. If the cat is microchipped it can be identified on the Companion Animals register but no registration
fee is required.
Un-desexed registration fee is $192.00. A dog/cat that has been de-sexed
(veterinary proof required) is $52.00. Registered breeders $52.00. A dog/cat that is
de-sexed & owned by an eligible pensioner is $21.00, not de-sexed is $192.00.
Assistance animals require no registration fee.
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ALLAWAH COMMUNITY CARE
Allawah Community Care is administered by the Coolamon Shire Council.
The
program is available to the frail aged, younger people with disabilities (physical and
intellectual) and caters for both. Allawah Community Care offers residents of the
Shire to have a single point of contact for the in-home/community services that
Council provides to disabled and frail aged people. Feel free to contact Ms Jamayne
Tunks to find out about the full range of services available including meals on
wheels, respite, community transport, social support, Community Aged Care
Packages etc. Monthly Community Meals are held each month in Ganmain,
Coolamon and Ardlethan – open to everyone over 65 – enjoy a great meal,
conversation & news. To find out more about these services, please contact Jamayne
Tunks on 6927 3521 during office hours.
COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
Community Transport provides transport for the frail aged, people with disabilities
and their carers. Services may also be available to isolated people who have
difficulty accessing public or private transport. Services are mostly provided by
volunteers using safe, modern cars or wheelchair accessible vehicles.
Important Information

You must register with your local Community Transport Service by phoning
02 6927 3521. This will involve an assessment to see whether you are
eligible to receive services.

A relative or friend acting as a carer can travel with you if necessary.

Other people may be travelling in the vehicle with you.

Passengers must comply with stated health and safety requirements such as
disclosing relevant information about their destination and medical or access
needs.

A service for eligible residents of Coolamon Shire travelling to Temora,
Griffith, Narrandera, Wagga Wagga, Junee and other destinations are available
by arrangement
Bookings are essential
Phone 6927 3521 for bookings, eligibility or more information on services, contact
Coolamon Community Transport Service between 8.30am & 3.00pm Monday to
Friday
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Community Transport needs time to make the necessary arrangements to provide
your transport. You will need to give 24 hours notice for your trips.
Service types: Service is for HACC registered clients who require transport to
Daycare, medical appointments, shopping, social, recreational and leisure
activities. Transport is also available for health and DVA clients.
Cost: Contributions are kept to a minimum – contact Coolamon Community
Transport Service for a schedule.
HOME CARE SERVICE OF NSW
Coolamon
6 Dr Buchanan Drive
PH:
6927 3202
Ardlethan
35 Warri Street
PH:
6978 2130
VOLUNTEERS
One of the main strengths of our communities is the great band of volunteers that
exist in all our towns. Many of our organisations, services or facilities would not
survive without the assistance of community minded people.
There are many opportunities for people to make a contribution, eg:
 Meals on Wheels or Community Transport
contact: 6927 3521
 NSW Rural Fire Service
contact: 6931 5855
 Fire & Rescue NSW
contact: 6953 6583
 Hospital Auxiliary
contact: Maree Jennings 6927 3074
 Local Schools
see page no. 18
 Community & Sporting Clubs
see each town directory for details
 Coolamon Up-To-Date Store & RSL Museum
contact: Dave McCann 6927 2379
 Allawah Lodge / Community Centre / Library – please download Volunteer
Application Form from www.coolamon.ns.w.gov.au
and go to - About the
Council / Working with Council/ Volunteering with Council or phone Council on
6930 1800 and request an application form.
 Lions Club:
meet 1st & 3rd Wednesday of month at Coolamon Sport & Rec Club 7pm
 Rotary Club:
meet each Monday at Coolamon Sport & Recreation Club 7pm
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HOUSEHOLD UTILITIES
ELECTRICITY
Electricity & Gas is supplied by Essential Energy.
For customer service and general enquiries please phone 132 391
For emergencies, supply interruptions, faulty street lights 132 080
WATER
Goldenfields Water County Council supplies water to Coolamon Shire.
24 hour service on phone number 1800 800 917
GAS
All enquiries 24 hours 7 days – 131 245
AGL – 24 hour emergency service on 131 909.
TELEPHONE
Telstra telephone directories are available at Post Offices. To have information
included or changed in the Telephone Directory phone FREECALL 1800 810211
(there is a specific closing date prior to printing).
COOLAMON SHIRE COUNCIL After Hours Emergency Contact No - 1300 880 045
DIAL BEFORE YOU DIG
phone 1100 www.1100.com.au/#
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GARBAGE
The domestic waste (RED LID) is collected on a weekly basis throughout the Shire.
The collection days are as outlined below:Coolamon
-
Tuesday
Ardlethan
-
Wednesday
Ganmain
-
Wednesday
Matong
-
Wednesday
Marrar
-
Tuesday
Beckom
-
Wednesday
All garbage receptacles are required to be placed on the street kerb the night before
the nominated collection day
LANDFILL HOURS
Monday
COOLAMON
GANMAIN
9.00am-
2.00pm-5.00pm
MARRAR
TOTAL
7
1.00pm
Tuesday
Wednesday
2.00pm-5.00pm
1.00pm-
9.00am-1.00pm
7
9.00am-12noon
7
5.00pm
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
9.00am-12noon
1.00pm-
1.00pm-5.00pm
7
9.00am-12noon
7
5.00pm
Sunday
15 hours
12 hours
8 hours
35 hours
LANDFILL HOURS ARDLETHAN
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
1.00pm-5.00pm
4
1.00pm-5.00pm
4
9.00am-1.00pm
4
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
12 hours
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ACCESS FEES AND CHARGES
Charges will apply for the disposal of waste by non residents of the Shire.
http://www.coolamon.nsw.gov.au/residents/waste-and-recycling/landfill.aspx
WASTE DISPOSAL CHARGES
2014-2015
GST
(including GST where
applicable)
140lt bin (per bin)
$15.00
$1.36
240lt bin/44 gallon drum (per
$20.00
$1.82
Car boot (per load)
$15.00
$1.36
Utility/trailer (per cubic metre or
$25.00
$2.27
$15.00
$1.36
bin/drum)
part thereof)
Mattress/Non recyclable furniture
(per item)
COOLAMON SHIRE LANDFILL SITES
In order to ensure that only ratepayers or residents are using the Landfill facilities
free of charge, changes will occur regarding providing information to the Landfill
Operator.
The following methods of identification are required to permit access to the landfill
free of charge:
1)
Drivers Licence - clearly showing residency in the Coolamon Shire.
The address is acceptable if it is located within one of the towns. Should
there be some discrepancy (ie. “Emoh Ruo” via Marrar), then a rate notice is
required.
2)
Rate Notice – A copy of the properties current or most recent rate notice.
Failure to produce either of these documents will mean that the waste will incur a
fee, regardless of where the person is from, or where the property is located.
As mentioned previously, certain waste will receive a charge regardless of who
disposes of the waste.
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CHARGES FOR ALL USERS
Certain waste that is disposed of at the landfill sites will be charged regardless of
where it originates from. These items require Council to manage their disposal and
are not covered by annual rates and charges. These items and rates are set out
below:
WASTE DISPOSAL CHARGES
2014-2015
GST
(including GST where
applicable)
Commercial or Builders
$50.00
$4.55
Asbestos (tip access fee)
$220.00
$20.00
(flat rate per cubic metre)
$44.00
$4.00
Animal bodies - small (per carcass)
$15.00
$1.36
Animal bodies - large (per carcass)
$65.00 + applicable
Waste/Rubble (per cubic metre or
part thereof)
plant hire
Tyres – Car, Truck, Tractor
Special Access Fee to Waste Depots
$15.00 – 85.00
$110.00
$10.00
RECYCLING – Designated recycling bins have been provided at all four landfill sites.
These bins are available to all tip users and can take the same recycling as the
domestic recycling pick up. Council encourages all residents to use these facilities
to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and extend the life of Council’s landfill
resources.
The landfill depots are open every week of the year, excluding Christmas Day, New
Years Day and Good Friday & other Public Holidays when the landfill sites will be
closed.
The days and times upon which the landfill sites are to be open to the
public may be varied by negotiation between Council and the Contractor.
Waste Oil Collection Coolamon and Ardlethan landfill sites accept used motor oil on
the above days and times. The waste oil collection facility was installed with the
help of an Australian Government grant under the Product Stewardship for Oil
Programme and REROC.
RECYCLING can be taken to the Lions Club recycling shed which is located behind
the Scout Hall in Loughnan Street Coolamon. Bins are clearly labeled indicating the
placement of each bottle type. Paper, cardboard (with boxes flattened), glass
bottles and aluminium cans only handled at this facility. Further information on
Coolamon Lions Club recycling program by phoning Dave McCann on 6927 2379.
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COUNCIL RECYCLING
Use your 240lt GREEN bin which is for ‘co-mingled’ recycling.
All garbage
receptacles are required to be placed on the street kerb the night before the
nominated collection day.
Co-mingled recycling is where you will place all your
recyclable items including glass, paper, cans, plastic, cardboard.
Do not tie
recycling in plastic bags.
COLLECTION DAYS FOR RECYCLE BINS
Coolamon - North of Rail Line
Tuesday fortnightly
Coolamon - South of Rail Line
Wednesday fortnightly
Ardlethan
Wednesday fortnightly
Beckom
Wednesday fortnightly
Ganmain
Wednesday fortnightly
Marrar
Tuesday fortnightly
Matong
Wednesday fortnightly
COLLECTION DAYS FOR ORGANICS FOOD & GREEN WASTE
Coolamon
& Ganmain
Tuesday fortnightly
(on alternate week to Recycle Bin Collection)
- put bins out Monday night
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FREE E-WASTE DROP OFF
Free Disposal of Televisions and Computers now available
Coolamon Shire residents and small businesses can now access a new free
service
to drop off
components.
their
Kurrajong
old
Recyclers
televisions,
and
the
computers
Riverina
and computer
Eastern
Regional
Organisation of Councils (REROC) have joined forces with DHL Supply Chain
(Australia) Pty Ltd to provide the service which will see e-waste drop off
zones placed in council landfills across the region.
Residents and small businesses are able to drop off their old televisions,
computers and computer components at the Coolamon Landfill. There are 12
locations in the REROC region. Please download list of locations here:
http://waste.reroc.com.au/
Products Accepted Free of Charge Under the Regulations
Televisions include:
• Plasma televisions; Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) televisions: Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD) televisions: Rear Projection televisions
Computer Equipment:
• Portable processing machines – i.e. laptops, notebooks & palmtops
• Desktops/Central Processing Units (CPUs)
• Computer monitors
• Printers /Multi function devices that print, copy, scan and/or fax
• Cards, motherboards
• Web cameras
• Compact disk drives
• Digital video disk drives / Hard drives / Floppy drives
• Mouse and trackball
• Scanners
• Keyboards
• Joysticks and gamepads
• Electrical transformers designed to be housed in same cabinet as the CPU
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COOLAMON LIBRARY
129 Cowabbie Street, Coolamon
Phone: 6927 2492
The library is open:
Tuesday – Friday
10.00 am – 5.00 pm
Saturdays
9.00 am – 12.00 pm
Closed Sunday & Monday
MOBILE LIBRARY
Ardlethan - Friday fortnightly
Main Street Park
9am to 12.45pm
As from 1/7/2015 the Mobile Library ceased operating in Beckom, Ganmain,
Matong and Marrar
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EDUCATION
ARDLETHAN PRE SCHOOL
Mithul Street, Ardlethan
2665
Ph: 6978 2323
ARDLETHAN CENTRAL SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 12)
Mithul Street, Ardlethan 2665
Ph: 6978 2029
BECKOM PUBLIC SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 6)
Wellman Street, Beckom
2665
Ph: 6978 2314
COOLAMON CENTRAL SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 12)
Methul Street, Coolamon
Ph: 6927 3209
ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 6)
Methul Street, Coolamon.
Ph:6927 3483
COOLAMON PRE SCHOOL
57 Loughnan Street, Coolamon
Ph:6927 3270
COOLAMON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTRE
66 Bruce Street, Coolamon
Ph:6927 3991
GANMAIN PUBLIC SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 6)
Langham Street, Ganmain
2702
Ph: 6927 6421
ST BRENDANS SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 6)
Langham Street, Ganmain
2702
Ph: 6927 6198
PIED PIPER PRE SCHOOL
57 Langham Street, Ganmain
2702
Ph: 6927 6269
MARRAR PUBLIC SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 6)
Centenary Drive, Marrar
2652
Ph: 6927 4364
MATONG PUBLIC SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 6)
Main Road, Matong
2652
Ph: 6927 7824
CHARLES STURT UNIVERSITY is situated on the Coolamon side of Wagga Wagga.
Phone number 6933 2000.
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RIVERINA INSTITUTE TAFE
Macleay Street, Wagga Wagga 2650
Ph: 6938 1300
Youth
Youth related information can be found on Council’s website:
http://www.coolamon.nsw.gov.au/services/youth-services.aspx
School holiday programs and youth events are available on Council’s website
or by contacting Council by email [email protected]
Business & Tourism Development Officer
Linda Tillman & Lisa Cameron are Council’s Business & Tourism Development
Officers and contact details are:
Office: 6927 2866
Email: [email protected]
www.tilmamanagement.com.au
Events
Council has a Calendar of Events the website shown below which is free for
community groups to list their events. Please contact Linda Tillman’s office if
you would like your event listed by phoning 6927 2866.
View the Coolamon Shire Tourism & Events website at:
http://www.coolamonshire.com.au/
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SWIMMING POOLS AT HOME
The most important aspect of owning a pool is the responsibility of providing and
maintaining the pool fence to an appropriate standard that restricts the entry of
small children.
Drowning statistics every year reveal that toddlers drowning in pools are the most
common. The lack of appropriate supervision or an inadequate pool fence is the
cause of this statistic.
The fencing of private swimming pools is regulated under the Swimming Pools Act
1992 and Australian Standard 1926. For example, the pool must be surrounded on
all four sides by a fence, a minimum of 1.2 metres high. There are to be no footholes in the fence closer than 900mm apart and any gate must open outwards. Each
pool has individual requirements and must be approved by Council.
Council has a responsibility to ensure that all swimming pools are fenced in
accordance with the Acts and Regulations. The definition of swimming pool is any
excavation, structure or vessel that is principally used for swimming, wading etc.
with a depth greater than 300mm.
The safety of all residents in the Coolamon Shire is considered important and it is
for this reason that Council places importance on any issue that will reduce the
number of serious injuries or death.
Recent law changes in NSW have introduced a requirement to register all backyard
swimming pools at www.swimmingpoolregister.nsw.gov.au .Under the same laws,
Council are also required to conduct inspections on pool fences at least once every
3 years, & prior to the sale, renting or leasing of a property with a swimming pool.
For any information on how to fence the pool, determining the safety of an existing
pool or assistance in registering your pool, please contact the Environmental Health
Department of Council who will be willing to help.
Further information from the Division of Local Government can be found at:
http://www.dlg.nsw.gov.au/dlg/dlghome/PublicTopicsIndex.asp?mi=0&ml=10&id=12
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COMMUNITY DIRECTORY FOR THE
TOWNS OF:
 Coolamon
 Ganmain
 Ardlethan
 Marrar
 Matong
 Beckom
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WELCOME TO COOLAMON
(aboriginal word for dish or vessel for holding food or water)
MEDICAL SERVICES
COOLAMON/GANMAIN HOSPITAL
The Hospital is located in Dr Buchanan Place Coolamon.
24 hour Emergency Department phone 6927 3303
The Hospital provides the following services:Acute Care, Aged Care, Emergency Care, Community Nurse & Palliative Care.
Arrangements for the loan of crutches, walking frames & other equipment can be
made with the Hospital or Community Nurse. A refundable deposit and weekly fee is
required.
Other Hospitals
Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
PH: 6938 6666
Calvary Hospital – Wagga
PH: 6925 3055
COOLAMON MEDICAL CENTRE
Dr Buchanan Drive, Coolamon
PH: 6927 3233
Surgery Hours
9 am - 5.00 pm Monday to Friday
9am – 12noon Saturday
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Dr Peter English in partnership with Dr Sumera Amir. In addition to comprehensive
GP care, Dr English has a particular interest in the management of skin cancer. He
has ten years experience as a GP.
Dr Sumera Amir is a qualified general practitioner of family medicine who also has a
particular interest in women’s health. Dr Amir bulk bills aged pensioners only.
Dr English does not bulk bill patients.
For Appointments please telephone 6927 3233 from 9 am Monday to Friday.
An emergency clinic is held most Saturday mornings 9.00am - 12midday.
Appointments made only on the day.
Ganmain Medical Centre
Ford Street Ganmain
PH: 6927 3233
for appointments
Surgery Hours
9.30am to 12.30pm Tuesday and Thursday
DENTAL
Dr Teresa English – Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm
Tuesday 9.00 am – 2.00 pm
PH: 6927 3233
PRACTICE NURSE
A Practice Nurse is available Tuesday and Thursday. The Practice Nurse does all
vaccinations and patient care plans, health assessments and assists the doctors.
Appointments can be made by telephoning the practice on 6927 3233.
CHEMIST
103 Cowabbie Street, Coolamon
PH: 6927 3204
Coolamon Pharmacy is open 9am to 5pm Weekdays and 9am to 12 noon on
Saturdays.
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FIRE AND RESCUE NSW
The township of Coolamon is also serviced by Fire and Rescue NSW. In the event of a fire within
the town urban area please phone 000.
The Fire Station is located at the north end of Cowabbie Street Coolamon.
Located on the outside of the Fire Station is a red box – in case of emergency fire press the
button, which sets off the alarm. Phoning 000 is always recommended.
POLICE
NOTE: In an emergency always phone 000.
The Police Station is located in Loughnan Street Coolamon.
Coolamon Police Station phone number is 6927 3044.
If your call is unanswered the phone will automatically be diverted to the Wagga Wagga Police
Station.
If the Coolamon Police Station is unattended, please push the button on phone located at the
entry to the Station. This will automatically connect you the Wagga Wagga Police Station.
The Coolamon Police work with the Ganmain Police to ensure that you have assistance at all
times. The Ganmain Police Station phone number is 6927 6444.
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ALLAWAH LODGE AGED PERSONS HOSTEL
In June 1991 Allawah (aboriginal word for resting place) Lodge was opened to cater for aged
residents who require little help in their day to day tasks. There are 23 self contained rooms for
permanent residents and accommodation for one respite care patient. In 2004 Council and the
Community completed a 10 bed Low Care Dementia Unit extension bringing the total number
of beds at Allawah Lodge to 33. Fully trained staff look after all resident’s needs in friendly
surroundings. To be eligible to become a resident, please lodge your name with the Hostel
Manager, Mrs Dianne Suidgeest who will make arrangements for assessments etc.
Phone 6927 3477.
ALLAWAH RETIREMENT VILLAGE
Coolamon Shire Council owns and operates a 24 x 2 bedroom Retirement Complex.
Information is available by contacting the Executive Manager, Corporate & Community Services,
Mrs Courtney Armstrong, Coolamon Shire Council on 6930 1800.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES IN COOLAMON
South West Regional Family Day Care is an Education and Care service that operates in
a home based environment. A Family Day Care Educator is regulated by the Department
of Education Employment and Workplace Relations, the Department of Education and
Communities and The Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority
therefore allowing families to access Child Care Benefit and Child Care Rebate.
If you are interested in operating a childcare service or if you require care please ring
the office at 02 6924 1017 or email [email protected]
Coolamon Early Childhood Centre
is located at 66 Bruce Street North, Coolamon &
caters for children 0-5 years of age. The hours of operation are 7.00am– 6.00pm
Monday to Friday and a daily program is developed from children’s interests, needs and
strengths. For a brochure or more information please phone the Centre Manager on
6927 3991 or email [email protected]
http://www.coolamon.nsw.gov.au/services/child-and-family-services/coolamonearly-childhood-centre.aspx
Coolamon Pre-School Kindergarten is located at 57 Loughnan Street Coolamon catering for
3 – 5 year olds during school hours. Contact the Pre-School PH: 6927 3270.
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COOLAMON LIBRARY
129 Cowabbie Street, Coolamon
Phone: 6927 2492
The library is open:
Tuesday – Friday
10.00 am – 5.00 pm
Saturdays
9.00 am – 12.00 pm
Closed on Public Holidays
Free membership – join today to enjoy all the facilities of the Library – Computers for research,
emails, homework & educational purposes (sorry, no games).
The Library can also supply you with ‘Talking Books’, books that are read onto a CD (CD player
NOT supplied).
E-Audiobooks Live
-you can browse, borrow and download a digital audio book without
leaving your living room. Simply visit www.rrl.nsw.gov.au click on the link to the catalogue &
find the e-audiobooks. Follow the instructions to download to an iPod or any other MP3
compatible device. It's free to download and borrowing time is 2 weeks. For further information
please phone the library 6927 2492.
"Large print" books are available in fiction and non-fiction. Please enquire with the librarian if
you want anything specific. Magazines are available to be borrowed. Three computers available
for internet access.
The library has regular Story Time sessions for children which includes singing, craft, stories–
see the current program on Council’s website –
http://www.coolamon.nsw.gov.au/services/library-services.aspx
There is a link from Coolamon Shire Council website www.coolamon.nsw.gov.au under Library
Services. Click on web catalogue to search the Riverina Regional Library catalogue. Or once you
are a member of the library visit www.rrl.nsw.gov.au to search for or reserve books online.
Coolamon Shire Library has a facebook page where you can keep up-to-date with
activities and programs for all ages.
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JUSTICE OF THE PEACE
JP's are available at Council Chambers, phone 6930 1800
Also at Commins Hendriks Solicitors – 5963 3000
POST OFFICE
The Post Office is situated at 88 Cowabbie Street Coolamon. PH: 6927 3149.
The Post Office acts as an agent for:Telstra, Optus, Country Energy, Goldenfields Water, Commonwealth Savings Bank, AMP, AGL,
GIO, Australian Tax Office payments and Austar.
The Post Office also provides information on:Passports, Australian Electoral Commission and Centrelink Forms.
STREET STALLS AND SATURDAY MORNING RAFFLES
Bookings for street stalls in Coolamon can be made by phoning the Council Office during
business hours.
ONLY ONE STREET STALL MAY BE HELD AT ANY ONE TIME (generally Friday mornings). The
principal organisation may only have two bookings per annum and may only have one booking
at any one time in advance. Approvals for Street Stalls and Raffles are restricted to
Organisations from within the Shire. Combined Street Stall and Raffle to be held on Fridays.
Raffle only to be held on Saturday mornings. The bookings for the above are to be held by
different organisations.
COOLAMON SWIMMING POOL
Phone:
6927 3085
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TRANSPORT
COUNTRYLINK: - Coolamon has a service which connects with the daylight
express from Melbourne and Sydney by way of road coach to Wagga Wagga.
The overnight express service runs Fridays and Sundays only.
(XPT travellers get on and off at Wagga Wagga)
The pick-up point for the daylight express is at the Coolamon Post Office & departs daily at 11.45am:
Arrives Wagga Wagga at 12.20pm: Arrives Sydney at 7.54 pm. Bookings and information may be made by
phoning
the
nearest
manned
station
www.countrylink.info/timetables/southern
e.g.
Wagga
Wagga
or
phoning
132
232
or
Trains depart Sydney at 7.42am and road coach arrives in
Coolamon at 14.50pm daily.
Weekend Griffith Explorer – departs Saturdays from Sydney Central Station at
6.57am, stops at Coolamon 13.34, & arrives in Griffith at 15.20. There is a
departure from Griffith on Sundays at 9.30am, stopping at Coolamon at 11.45am
and arriving in Sydney Central at 19.50. This service may have some times when
it does not operate.
R.G. ALLEN & CO. (please phone 6927 3022 for further stops)
COOLAMON - WAGGA WAGGA RETURN SERVICE
7.23am
Coolamon Depot
5.28pm
Wagga Depot
7.30am
Post Office
5.32pm
Wagga Base Hospital
7.33am
Loughnan Street
5.40pm
Opposite Marketplace
7.38am
Cnr Douglas & Cowabbie
5.43pm
Wagga Council/Library
7.40am
Lewis & Stinson Sts
5.46pm
Fitzmaurice Street
7.42am
Coolamon Shire Office
6.16pm
Coolamon Shire
7.47am
Quarry Road
6.18pm
Coolamon Post Office
7.48am
Doubleday Lane
6.20pm
Loughnan St
8.00am
Flowerdale Rd
6.23pm
Bus Shelter Dunrobin St
8.21am
Wagga Court House
6.35pm
Waterview & Ford St Ganmain
8.25am
Baylis Street
6.45pm
Coolamon Depot
8.23am
Edward Street
8.30am
Wagga Base Hospital
8.35am
Kildare College
8.40am
Mt Austin High School
8.45am
Henschke Primary School
8.50am
Wagga Depot Saxon St
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CHURCHES
ST. ANDREWS ANGLICAN CHURCH
phone 6959 2089
Cnr Wade and Mirrool Street, Coolamon
Every Sunday 10am; with Uniting Church combining on 1st Sunday of each month
Coolamon-Ganmain Parish conducts a service at Grong Grong 2nd Sunday of month at 5pm
ST. MICHAELS CATHOLIC CHURCH
Fr. Tony Loth
phone 6927 3057
Methul Street, Coolamon
Every Sunday
9.00 a.m.
Marrar Saturday night
6.00 p.m.
UNITING CHURCH
1st Sunday of month
10 am
Remaining Sundays
10am
- join with St Andrews Church
Phone Judy Jarret 6927 3231 for information
Uniting Church at Rannock
phone Felicity Grinter 6927 8534 for information
TOURIST INFORMATION – Accommodation, Food Outlets, Events etc
Please visit Council’s Tourism website www.coolamonshire.com.au
for all tourist information, events, etc
LOCAL BUSINESSES
Please visit Council’s Business Development website www.coolamonshire.com.au
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COMMUNITY AND SPORTING GROUPS - COOLAMON
ORGANISATION
CONTACT
PHONE NO.
AFL – Coolamon Rovers
John Piltz
0487 263 231
Canola Adventurers
Brian Holden
6927 3330
Coolamon Anglers Club
Mick Carey
6927 3559
Coolamon Catholic Women’s League
Judy Quilter
6927 2154
Coolamon Arts & Crafts
Brenda Patterson
6927 3010
Coolamon Ceramics Group
Lynette Larkin
6922 3999
Coolamon Comets Netball Club Inc
Karly Delaney
0412 476 279
Coolamon Community Centre
Coolamon Shire Council
6927 3521
Coolamon Cricket Club
Rick Sloane
6927 2171
Coolamon Endurance Riders
Mick Leary
6927 3427
Coolamon Harness Racing Club
Helen Turner
0427 200 873
Coolamon Hoppers Netball (Junior)
Debbie Allen
0427 273 474
Coolamon Hospital Auxiliary
Maree Jennings
0427 373 074
Coolamon Junior Cricket Club
Brian Buchanan
6927 3706
Coolamon Men’s Shed
Garry Peters
6927 2136
Coolamon Pony Club
Del Williams
Coolamon Lions Club
David McCann - Meet
PO Box 3, Coolamon
Wednesday at Sport & Rec Club
Coolamon RSL
Angela McCann
6927 2379
Coolamon Rotary Club
Wayne Lewis - Meet 6.30pm
0427 311 174
PO Box 23, Coolamon
Mondays at Sport & Rec Club
Coolamon Senior Citizens
Ann & Allan Weeden
6927 3759
Coolamon Sewing Group
Heather McKinley
6927 8553
Coolamon Sport & Recreation Club-
Andrew McPherson
6927 3178
Coolamon Swimming Club
Leonie McCallum
0427 274 546
Coolamon Team Penning Assoc
Dave Williams
Coolamon Tennis Club
Peter English
0428 275 314
Coolamon Touch Football Club
Brendan Flanagan
0427 273 483
CWA Coolamon
June McKelvie
6927 3235
Dance Whispers Dance Centre
Christie Manuel
6927 3837
Karate
Sempai Graeme Collins
0434 288 481
Royal Far West Society
Flo Muller
6927 3176
Uniting Church Women’s Group
Judy Jarrett
Up2Date Annual Art Exhibition
Wendy Jennings
6927 3079
Wagga Wagga Classic Motoring Club
David McCann
6927 2379
0428 971 520
1st
&
3rd
6927 2379
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WELCOME TO GANMAIN
(aboriginal word for a man decorated with scars)
GANMAIN MEDICAL CENTRE
Ford Street Ganmain
PH: 6927 3233
Surgery Hours
9.30am to 12.30pm Tuesday and Thursday
POLICE
The Ganmain Police Station phone number is 6927 6444. The Coolamon
Police work with the Ganmain Police to ensure that you have assistance at all
times. Coolamon Police phone number is 6927 3044.
GANMAIN PUBLIC SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 6)
Langham Street, Ganmain
2702
Ph: 6927 6421
ST BRENDANS SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 6)
Langham Street, Ganmain
2702
Ph: 6927 6198
PRE SCHOOL
Pied Piper Pre School
57 Langham Street, Ganmain
2702
Ph: 6927 6269
WASTE / RECYCLING
Garbage Collection - Wednesday each week (red bin)
Council Recycling – Wednesdays fortnightly (green bin)
Organics Collection – Tuesdays fortnightly (same week as Recycling)
Landfill Times
9am – 12 noon Wednesday & Saturday,
2pm-5pm Monday & Tuesday
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AUSTRALIA POST
c/- Logan & Hitchens
Phone: 6927 6302
CHURCHES
– see monthly edition of Ganmain Guardian for Church times
St Brendan’s Catholic Church
6927 6438
St Peter’s Anglican Church
6927 6346
Uniting Church
ph: Jan & Ray Cox 6927 6251 or Barrie &
Val Brill 6927 6436 for information
SATURDAY STREET STALLS AND RAFFLES
Bookings for street stalls in Ganmain can be made by phoning the Council
Office during business hours.
ONLY ONE STREET STALL MAY BE HELD AT ANY ONE TIME The principal
organisation may only have two bookings per annum and may only have one
booking at any one time in advance.
Approvals for Street Stalls and Raffles are restricted to Organisations from
within the Shire.
GANMAIN SWIMMING POOL
Phone:
6927 6450
TRANSPORT
COUNTRYLINK: - Ganmain has a service which connects with the daylight
express to & from Sydney by way of road coach to Wagga Wagga.
The overnight express service runs Fridays and Sundays only.(XPT travellers
get on and off at Wagga Wagga)
The pick-up point for the daylight express is at the Haystack Memorial in
Ford Street & departs daily at 11.32am: Arrives Wagga Wagga at 12.20pm:
Arrives Sydney at 7.54 pm. Bookings and information may be made by
phoning the nearest manned station eg Wagga Wagga or phoning 132 232 or
www.countrylink.info/timetables/southern Trains depart Sydney at 7.42am
and road coach arrives in Ganmain at 15.04pm daily.
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TOURIST INFORMATION – Accommodation, Food Outlets, Events etc
Please visit Council’s Tourism website www.coolamonshire.com.au
for all tourist information, events, etc
LOCAL BUSINESSES
Please visit Council’s Business Development website
www.coolamonshire.com.au
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COMMUNITY AND SPORTING GROUPS - GANMAIN
ORGANISATION
CONTACT
PHONE NO.
Advance Ganmain Committee
Bernadette Bodel
6927 6498
Ganmain Anglers Club
Frank Crouch
6927 6213
Ganmain Ashbridge Red Cross
Val Brill
6927 6436
Ganmain Book Readers
Gwen Boughey
6927 6600
Ganmain Craft Cottage
Jan Cox
6927 6427
Ganmain Cricket Club
Jason Linsell
0428 276 622
Ganmain CWA
Heather Kember
6927 6227
Ganmain & District Sports Club
Steve Cox
6927 6193
Ganmain Golfers
Fay Winter
6927 6248
Ganmain Grong Grong Matong
Kent Steward
0427 916 854
Ganmain Historical Society
Stewart Winrow
0429 931 249
Ganmain Hospital Auxiliary
Fay Jones
6927 7837
Ganmain Junior Football Club
Jason Hamblin
0427 276 150
Ganmain Ladies Bowls
Carolyn Alkemade
6956 2132
Club
6927 6174
Ganmain Mens Bowls
Bernie Wild
6927 3462
Ganmain Men’s Shed
Roylance Hatty
6927 6136
Ganmain Op Shop
Laraine Smith
6927 6730
Ganmain Playgroup
Naomi Smith
0429 300 681
Ganmain Pony Club
Rhonda Judd
6927 6550
Ganmain Senior Citizens
Stewart Winrow
0429 931 249
Ganmain Show Society
Stephen Hatty
6927 9140
Ganmain Swimming Club
Cherie Evans
6927 6422
Ganmain Tennis Club
Zane Fraser
6927 6313
Rural Counselling Service
Kevin McCrum
6927 6622
Discussion Group
Football Club
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WELCOME TO ARDLETHAN
(Gaelic word for high and hilly)
MEDICAL SERVICES
Community Health Centre
Redmond Street, Ardlethan
Phone: 02 6978 2066
NSW
2665
Fax: 02 6978 2473
Office Hours: 9am – 3pm Monday to Friday
Clinic Hours 9am – 11 am Monday to Friday
Pathology Collection 9am Monday to Friday
IMMUNISATION CLINIC
2nd Thursday of each month
Ph: 6978 2066
WOMEN’S HEALTH NURSE
Ph: 6940 1111
1st Monday of even months
WOMEN’S HEALTH NURSE
Ph: 6940 1111
ARDLETHAN AMBULANCE
13 12 33
HOME CARE SERVICE OF NSW
Ardlethan
35 Warri Street
PH:
6978 2130
POLICE
Ardlethan Police Station is located in Yithan Street. PH: 6978 2044
PRE SCHOOL
Mithul Street, Ardlethan
2665
Ph: 6978 2323
ARDLETHAN CENTRAL SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 12)
Mithul Street, Ardlethan 2665
Ph: 6978 2029
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WASTE / RECYCLING
Garbage Collection - Wednesday each week (red bin)
Council Recycling – Wednesdays fortnightly (green bin)
Landfill Times
9am – 1pm Sunday & 1pm – 5pm Wednesday &
Friday
AUSTRALIA POST
8 Yithan Street, Ardlethan 2665 Ph: 6978 2099
CHURCHES
Catholic
ph: 6978 2021
Uniting Church
ph: 6978 2041
ARDLETHAN SWIMMING POOL
Phone:
6978 2136
TRANSPORT
COUNTRYLINK: - Ardlethan has a service which connects with the
daylight express to & from Sydney by way of road coach to
Cootamundra.
The pick-up point for the daylight express is Ariah Street opposite
Lions Park & departs daily at 10.39am: & arrives Sydney at 7.54 pm.
Bookings and information may be made by phoning the nearest
manned
station
eg
Wagga
Wagga
or
www.countrylink.info/timetables/southern
phoning
132
232
or
Trains depart Sydney at
7.42am and road coach arrives in Ardlethan at 4.27pm daily.
TOURIST INFORMATION – Accommodation, Food Outlets, Events
Please visit Council’s Tourism website
www.coolamonshire.com.au
for all tourist information, events, etc
LOCAL BUSINESSES
Please visit Council’s Business Development website
www.coolamonshire.com.au
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COMMUNITY & SPORTING GROUPS - ARDLETHAN
ORGANISATION
Advance Ardlethan Committee
CONTACT
Grant Beard
AFL - Ardlethan
PHONE NO
6978 2190
6978 2117
Ardlethan Bowling Club
Graham Teagle
6978 2201
Ardlethan Beckom Sporting Clays
Ian Maslin
6974 3206
Ardlethan Junior Cricket
Helen Bray
6978 2525
Ardlethan Junior Football Club
Terry Haddrill
6974 1186
Ardlethan Lions Club
Janice Lewis
0488 519 720
Ardlethan Netball Club
Kristin Bradley
0428783846
Ardlethan Picnic Race Club
Stephen Buchanan
6978 2256
Ardlethan Dance
Robyn Baston
6978 2110
Ardlethan Senior Cricket
Neil Wykes
6974 1087
Ardlethan Swimming Club
Pauline Beard
6978 2190
Ardlethan Tennis Club
Phil Gardner
6974 3247
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WELCOME TO MARRAR
(Aboriginal word meaning ‘tarantula spider’ or ‘fish’)
MARRAR PUBLIC SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 6)
Centenary Drive, Marrar
2652
Ph: 6927 4364
AUSTRALIA POST
3 York Street, Marrar
2652
Ph: 6927 4477
CHURCHES
St Patricks Catholic Church, Lime St Marrar
Uniting Church, York St Marrar
ph: Bun & Lillis Fox
6927 4491 for information
WASTE / RECYCLING
Garbage Collection - Tuesday each week (red bin)
Council Recycling – Tuesday fortnightly (green bin)
Landfill Times
9am - 1pm Tuesday, 1pm – 5pm Friday
TOURIST INFORMATION – Accommodation, Food Outlets, Events
Please visit Council’s Tourism website www.coolamonshire.com.au
LOCAL BUSINESSES
Please visit Council’s Business Development website
www.coolamonshire.com.au
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COMMUNITY & SPORTING GROUPS - MARRAR
ORGANISATION
CONTACT
PHONE NO
Advance Marrar Committee
Collette Wallace
6927 5131
AFL
Isaac Hill
6927 4411
Marrar Ag ‘n’ Chat
Donna Carmichael
Marrar Gymkhana
John Pattison
6927 4388
Marrar Netball Club
Mary-Anne Bradshaw
0428 034 025
Marrar Hall Committee
Jo Langtry
6927 4439
Marrar Tennis Club
Felicity Pattison
6927 4433
Justices of the Peace
Collette Wallace
6927 5131
John Pattison
6927 4388
6927 4321
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WELCOME TO MATONG
(aboriginal word for strong and powerful)
MATONG PUBLIC SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 6)
Main Road, Matong
2652
Ph: 6927 7824
CHURCHES
Uniting Church,
ph: Stephen Hatty 6927 9140 for
information
WASTE / RECYCLING
Garbage Collection - Wednesday each week (red bin)
Council Recycling – Wednesdays fortnightly (green bin)
TRANSPORT
COUNTRYLINK:
-
Matong has a service which connects with the
daylight express to & from Sydney by way of road coach to Wagga
Wagga.
The overnight express service runs Fridays and Sundays only.(XPT
travellers get on and off at Wagga Wagga)
The pick-up point for the daylight express is at the Main Street
Matong & departs daily at 11.22am: Arrives Wagga Wagga at 12.20pm:
Arrives Sydney at 7.54 pm. Bookings and information may be made by
phoning the nearest manned station eg Wagga Wagga or phoning 132
232 or www.countrylink.info/timetables/southern
Trains depart
Sydney at 7.42am and road coach arrives in Matong at 15.13pm daily.
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TOURIST INFORMATION – Accommodation, Food Outlets, Events
Please visit Council’s Tourism website
www.coolamonshire.com.au
for all tourist information, events, etc
LOCAL BUSINESSES
Please visit Council’s Business Development website
www.coolamonshire.com.au
COMMUNITY & SPORTING GROUPS - MATONG
ORGANISATION
CONTACT
PHONE NO
Advance Matong Committee
Ganmain Grong Grong Matong
Kent Steward
0427 916 854
Matong Bush Picnic Committee
Elizabeth Menzies
6927 9129
Matong Social Club
Liz Altoft
0467 368 777
Football Club
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WELCOME TO BECKOM
BECKOM PUBLIC SCHOOL (Kindergarten to Year 6)
Wellman Street, Beckom
2665
Ph: 6978 2314
WASTE / RECYCLING
Garbage Collection - Wednesday each week (red bin)
Council Recycling – Wednesdays fortnightly (green bin)
TRANSPORT - COUNTRYLINK: - Beckom has a service which connects
with the daylight express to & from Sydney by way of road coach to
Cootamundra.
The pick-up point for the daylight express is at Ariah Street Beckom &
departs daily at 10.44am: & arrives Sydney at 7.54 pm. Bookings and
information may be made by phoning the nearest manned station eg Wagga
Wagga or phoning 132 232 or www.countrylink.info/timetables/southern
Trains depart Sydney at 7.42am and road coach arrives in Beckom at 4.22pm
daily.
TOURIST INFORMATION – Accommodation, Food Outlets, Events
Please visit Council’s Tourism website www.coolamonshire.com.au
LOCAL BUSINESSES -Please visit Council’s Business Development
website www.coolamonshire.com.au
COMMUNITY & SPORTING GROUPS - BECKOM
ORGANISATION
Beckom Hall Committee
CONTACT
Marie Golden
PHONE NO
6978 2334
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